According to a report received by the Baldwin County Health Department from the city of Fairhope Utilities Department, a sewer overflow occurred due to a power outage as a result of this morning’s storm.

The overflow was at the lift station of the Magnolia Beach apartments located on South Mobile Street, and resulted in an estimated volume of 3,000 gallons being discharged into Mobile Bay.

The health department urges residents to exercise caution if using this water body for recreational purposes.

Also, thoroughly cook any fish or seafood caught near by and wash hands after handling fish or seafood.

Contact the city of Fairhope Utilities Department for sewer spill details.